"As Mayor, if I do not sell our city globally, who will? Like Hazel McCallion, I believe it is my job to sell our great city to the world and tell prospective investors about the benefits of locating in Mississauga. Our City is in tough competition for foreign direct investment with regions and cities all over the globe and as such, it is imperative that we do all we can to stand out. Through missions like this one to Japan, we do just that. I am pleased and honoured to have had the opportunity to visit this country, experience its culture and talk directly to the key decision makers at many Japanese companies about the benefits of doing business in Mississauga."

“On behalf of the City of Mississauga and Members of Council, I join with all residents observing this most sacred time; may this be a period of enriching reflection, prayer and time with friends, family, neighbours and loved ones.
“Chag Pesach Sameach.”
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/mayor-crombie-marks-passover-2016/

We met with Fujitrans, a global logistics and freight company specializing in moving heavy and at times, awkward freight loads. We are pleased that Fujitrans has a location in Mississauga as part of its global network.

"Following another ride on the bullet train we arrived in Nagoya. The city is part of the Chubu Region of Japan, which is in the heart of the nation. Similar to Osaka, Nagoya has many innovative advanced manufacturing companies, many of which are in the aerospace sector."
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/japan-investment-mission-day-4-nagoya/

Our Economic Development Office (EDO) Investment Mission to Japan is an important opportunity to strengthen relations with a leading target market and to continue our efforts to attract and retain foreign-direct investment.Mayor Crombie with Robert Ulmer (pictured right) Representative of the Ontario Government in Japan and Harold Dremin (pictured left), Manager, Business Investment and Client Services with the City of Mississauga’s Economic Development Office (EDO), at the Canadian Embassy in Japan.

"In fact, I was joined for a panel discussion at the reception by the Mayor of Osaka, Mr. Hirofumi Yoshimura who discussed in great detail the need for cities to be a the forefront of growth and innovation. I could not agree with him more and have on many occasions made a similar argument: cities are the engine of our economic success. Osaka and Mississauga share many similarities and I was honoured to join the KCBA to strengthen our partnership."
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/japan-investment-mission-day-3-osaka/

"IKO has been distributing their product in Canada for over 40 years through a local distributor in Mississauga, and have recently decided to open their first Canadian office in Mississauga’s Airport Corporate Centre. As IKO expands in Canada, we will work to connect them to the local business community in Mississauga and identify opportunities to network with local suppliers and potential sales opportunities."
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/japan-mission-day-2-tokyo/

Here in Tokyo we have held very productive meetings with Panasonic.
We are proud that Mississauga is home to a number of globally-respected, successful and innovative Japanese-based companies like Panasonic Canada,
In March, I met with Michael Moskowitz, President of Panasonic Canada, and the company’s corporate leadership team.
The City’s Panasonic footprint includes three different locations. Panasonic is the second largest employer of any Japanese company in Mississauga.

Our Economic Development Office (EDO) Investment Mission to Japan is an important opportunity to strengthen relations with a leading target market and to continue our efforts to attract and retain foreign-direct investment.Mayor Crombie with Robert Ulmer (pictured right) Representative of the Ontario Government in Japan and Harold Dremin (pictured left), Manager, Business Investment and Client Services with the City of Mississauga’s Economic Development Office (EDO), at the Canadian Embassy in Japan.

"Last April, Transportation Minister Del Duca announced the Hurontario LRT will receive full funding, amounting to $1.6 billion dollars. This is the largest infrastructure investment in Mississauga’s history.
"This unprecedented public transit investment by the Wynne government is a game changer for Mississauga. Our City remains committed to moving forward and getting the job done."
https://youtu.be/shenE8T_X2I

Throughout the Investment Mission, Mayor Crombie will be updating the public about her meetings through blogs posted on the Mayor’s Facebook page and www.mayorcrombie.ca. Mayor Crombie will also be actively tweeting from Japan via @BonnieCrombie.ca.
"Next up we paid a visit to Obayashi Corporation to meet with their senior management team. Obayashi is one of the largest engineering and construction firms in the world, undertaking renowned projects like the Hoover Dam by-pass, the Tokyo Sky Tree, the tallest free standing tower in the world, and closer to home, the Eglinton Crosstown project. In 2010, Obayashi purchased the Canadian engineering company, Kenaidan, which has offices in Vancouver and Mississauga."
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/japan-investment-mission-day-1-tokyo/

Our Economic Development Office (EDO) Investment Mission to Japan is an important opportunity to strengthen relations with a leading target market and to continue our efforts to attract and retain foreign-direct investment.Mayor Crombie with Robert Ulmer (pictured right) Representative of the Ontario Government in Japan and Harold Dremin (pictured left), Manager, Business Investment and Client Services with the City of Mississauga’s Economic Development Office (EDO), at the Canadian Embassy in Japan.

“On this day, 34 years ago, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms became law. It remains a celebrated milestone in our nation’s history.
“The Charter enshrines into law fundamental freedoms that are safeguarded and extended to the people of Canada.
“As Canadians, we take immense pride in what the Charter stands for and how it has shaped our national identity.
“Beyond our own borders, the principles and values embodied in the Charter continue to be an inspiration to communities around the world.
“Let us reflect once again on how fortunate we are to call Canada home.”

"The Mississauga-Japanese Investment Mission has been planned in collaboration with the City's Economic Development Office, the Ontario Government and the Canadian Government.
"All three governments have identified Japan as a target market for Mississauga, Ontario and Canada’s economic interests."

"As we embark on this important economic development Investment Mission to Japan, let me say that on behalf of the City of Mississauga and Members of Council, our thoughts and prayers are with the residents, communities and first responders of Japan following the devastating earthquakes in Kyushu."

"Beyond economic development, Mayor Crombie will head to Kariya to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Mississauga-Kariya sister-city relationship, signed by Mayor McCallion in 1981.
"In 1992, Kariya Park was officially opened in Mississauga to honour this twinning relationship.
"The Mississauga Friendship Association (MFA) was established in 1993 to promote, foster and maintain this sister-city relationship.
"Last year, Mayor Crombie welcomed students and teachers from Kariya Kita High School visiting on a cultural exchange."

Konica Minolta, with its headquarters in Tokyo, announced this past week that Konica Minolta CAnada will move its new headquarters to Mississauga.
“At the City of Mississauga, we are committed to creating an environment where businesses can grow, thrive and succeed – and Konica Minolta Canada is proof our efforts are working.”
https://globenewswire.com/news-release/2016/04/14/829046/10161846/en/Konica-Minolta-Canada-Announces-Move-to-New-Headquarters-in-Mississauga-s-Airport-Corporate-Centre.html#.VxDJrbV04Ok.email

Mayor Crombie described the Trudeau government’s first budget as “a bold plan that will position Canada’s municipalities to grow, prosper and secure important funding to invest in transit, infrastructure and ignite economic development,” adding that “Budget 2016 presents an opportunity to make both short and long-term investments.”
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/1321-2/

OAKLEY | Mississauga, Ontario Mayor Bonnie Crombie wants to pull the city out of Peel Region. But why? What's wrong with Brampton and Caledon? Do you think it's time for Mississauga to stand on its own?

"The motion for a report coincides with governance discussions that will begin Thursday with a facilitator who has been hired by the Region. Crombie will sit on a task force assigned to holding initial discussions and brainstorming proposed changes to regional council.
"Crombie said her motion to have a City report in the works will help clarify Mississauga’s position and provide some facts and figures to back up any proposed changes surrounding a possible separation from Peel."
http://www.mississauga.com/news-story/6454008-mississauga-voters-could-face-referendum-on-whether-to-separate-from-peel/

“Mississauga is Ontario’s 3rd largest City with a population approaching 800,000. We think it is critically important that we control our own destiny and that we are able to make decisions that are in the best interests of Mississauga residents.
“A lot has changed since 1974, and this conversation is long overdue. We need to do what works for Mississauga and ensure our residents get a fair deal. As the largest tax base in Peel Region, our taxpayers’ hard-earned money must go toward their needs."
http://www.mayorcrombie.ca/statement-on-mississaugas-future-in-peel-region-mayor-crombie/

“We are currently undertaking a review of the governance of the Region of Peel and I think it is important that Council and the residents of Mississauga understand what Regional governance means for them and whether a change would mean a better deal for Mississauga. An independent study will provide us with clarity and all of the facts needed to make an informed decision about our place in the Region of Peel,” she said. “I think it is critically important that we control our own destiny and that we are able to make decisions that are in the best interests of Mississauga residents. I look forward to seeing the results of this study and to speaking further with residents about their vision for the future of Mississauga.”
http://www.mississauga.com/news-story/6443423-mississauga-looking-at-leaving-peel-region/